Cheese Production Supervisor

Leprino Foods • Allendale, MI

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About The Position

Within our Cheese Department team located in Allendale, Michigan, Leprino is seeking a Cheese Production Supervisor (nights) to elevate our cheese production operations to new heights of excellence! We take pride in our commitment to being the best in the industry, driving innovation and quality every step of the way.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a food manufacturing environment, with additional education substituting where applicable.
• 1+ year of experience in leadership, mentoring, and/or delegating work.
• Proficient computer skills with familiarity or ability to learn SAP or other manufacturing systems.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of dairy/cheese manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily staffing needs to optimize labor efficiency and meet production requirements.
• Lead and coach team members, fostering a positive work environment and ensuring peak engagement and productivity.
• Reinforce company and plant policies consistently and fairly, responding to employee inquiries and concerns.
• Supervise daily cheese shift operations, ensuring production standards and quality parameters are met.
• Achieve targeted production volumes while minimizing downtime through proactive equipment maintenance.
• Implement and oversee plant safety programs to ensure compliance and a safe working environment.
• Lead safety investigations, corrective actions, and execute departmental quality systems to achieve quality goals.
• Monitor team operations and make recommendations for efficiency, cost savings, and quality improvements.
• Oversee the effectiveness of the sanitation program to ensure food safety standards are met.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and bonuses
• Life, medical/dental/vision coverage
• Voluntary benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Wellness incentives
• Tuition assistance
• Vacation
• Ten paid holidays
• Sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Annual merit increases
• LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees